“the advertising industry had to create pseudoscientific maladies like ‘bad breath’ and ‘body odor.’”
Yeah, because a bus full of people in a foreign country is always a pleasant experience. It was the soap and advertising industry that tricked us into thinking they freakin’ stink.
Ba Zing Ga!
“Body Odor”
I remember the LIFEBOUY soap radio ads of the 1940’s using in their radio ads chanting “B.... O.....” while someone talked about the use of their product. Not sure if that soap is still available today. Will have to look for it next time at the store. It had a distinct smell.
Have a good day...